Dental Health

Have you ever woken up with sensitive teeth or find yourself clenching your jaw during a stressful day? You could be grinding your teeth. Bruxism, as it’s known, is thought to affect 30% of us during the day and 10% of us at night.1 But what is bruxism, and what can we do to manage it? Find everything you need to know below. What is bruxism? Bruxism is basically a...

Want to brighten up your smile by whitening your teeth? As you may probably know, there are lots of teeth-whitening products out there that have been specifically manufactured to give your gnashers that Hollywood glow. These include toothpastes, teeth strips, moulds and entire home teeth...

If you’ve ever suffered from a toothache, you’ll know just how uncomfortable they can be. There are lots of reasons why your teeth might be causing pain, from mild sensitivity to more severe dental issues. Here we’ll look at some of the best ways to...

A bright smile is a sign of health and, increasingly, is being seen as a symbol of wealth and success. 75% of people in the UK are now asking their dentists for teeth whitening treatments to make their teeth two shades whiter. Of course, not...

As we’re spending more time in our homes, a daily dose of Vitamin D has never been more important to help you and your family stay well. During the lockdown, the NHS recommends everyone to consider taking a daily dose of 10 micrograms of vitamin...

Blisters or soreness of the tongue can be quite debilitating. It can be uncomfortable, even painful, to speak and eat, making them very hard to ignore to get on with your daily life. Most causes of tongue blisters are not a reason for concern1. Many...

Most of us have experienced the irritation of a mouth ulcer at some point. These painful spots – also known as canker sores – are small round lesions which appear white in colour with a faint red border. They can develop anywhere on the inside...

Pimple or cold sore? To help you identify the difference, we explain what causes a cold sore in five simple facts. It happened overnight. A red bump appeared on your face while you were sleeping. And it’s suspiciously close to your lips. And now all...

Your mouth needs daily maintenance to stay healthy and keep dental diseases at bay. Making good choices for your teeth will have a positive effect on your general health and wellbeing too, and studies have shown that mouth health is linked with overall health.1 Poor...

Your gums are made up of a firm connective tissue which attaches your teeth to the bones of your jaw. You might not think about them much, but your gums have several important functions. These include providing a seal around your teeth, which protects them...

Calcium is an important mineral which people of all ages need for building and maintaining strong bones and teeth. It’s one of the most abundant minerals in the body, but your body can’t make it, so you must get it from your diet. Calcium has...

If you’re experiencing bad breath, you will be relieved to hear that there are several simple steps you can take to help alleviate your symptoms. However, it is worth knowing what might be behind your bad breath in the first place. Bad breath is usually...